Kim Jong Un calls for North Korea’s drone technology superiority
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un calls for “absolute superiority” in drone capabilities.
How cuts under Colombia’s de la Espriella threaten a key human rights court
Colombia's president plans to slash spending on a transitional justice court. But war crimes victims fear the cost.
How crypto hacking funds isolated North Korea’s nuclear programme
Cryptocurrency theft is estimated to generate half of the country’s foreign currency income
North Korea plays by its own rules. The isolated, secretive and autocratic country is largely cut off from the world’s economic system – but when it comes to generating foreign earnings it relies on some of the world’s most sophisticated hacking.
Experts, such as TRM Labs, quickly attributed the extraordinary $6.3bn (£4.7bn) Binance cryptocurrency theft to TraderTraitor, an elite North Korean hacking unit that has also been known as the Lazarus Group. Though the link may not be proven yet, the pattern of behaviour is familiar.
Continue reading...Report reveals campaign promoting racist, Islamophobic, anti-Qatar views
Investigation finds that years-long operation sought to portray Qatar as driving force behind mass migration to Europe.
Barcelona’s Flick praises Yamal’s ‘mentality’ after missing out on Ballon d’Or
Lamine Yamal was tipped for the Golden Ball which went to Harry Kane, but his Barca boss 'proud' of teenager's reaction.
US inmate Christa Pike says she woke up ‘confused and in pain’ after failed execution
It is Pike's first public statement since she survived an execution attempt by lethal injection in September.
First Algerian troops arrive in Niger where jihadists threaten stability – Reuters
- First Algerian troops arrive in Niger where jihadists threaten stability Reuters
- Algeria’s military deployment to Niger: What’s behind the move? Al Jazeera
- Algeria to send troops to Niger in first foreign deployment in over 50 years AP News
- Africa's second-strongest military approves first foreign troop deployment in 53 years to protect $13 billion energy interests in Russia-backed Niger Business Insider Africa
- Algeria Deploys Troops to Vacated French Base in Niger in First Foreign Mission Since 1973 The SOFX Report
Canada stops using ‘avalanche dogs’ for rescues in Rocky Mountains, stirring outrage – BBC
Canada stops using ‘avalanche dogs’ for rescues in Rocky Mountains, stirring outrage
A 55-year-old dog rescue programme that has found missing hikers and children in the Canadian wilderness was axed as part of government budget cuts.
Chelsea vs Manchester United: Premier League – teams, prediction, lineups
Manchester United appeared set to sack Michael Carrick this week, but he may have one chance to save his job - at Chelsea.
Binance sets aside over $6.34 billion to cover losses from attack – Reuters
- Binance sets aside over $6.34 billion to cover losses from attack Reuters
- How Binance Is Racing to Cover Losses in the Biggest Heist in Crypto History WSJ
- Crypto’s Biggest Heist Ever The Atlantic
- The $6.3 Billion Binance Hack Was Pulled Off in Just 20 Minutes WIRED
- What Protections Exist for Binance’s Customers? The New York Times
Ukraine calls for emergency UN Security Council meeting over deadly Russian attacks on Dnipro, Chernihiv, Kremenchuk – The Kyiv Independent
- Ukraine calls for emergency UN Security Council meeting over deadly Russian attacks on Dnipro, Chernihiv, Kremenchuk The Kyiv Independent
- At least 14 people killed in Russian attack on Dnipro train station Al Jazeera
- Russia strikes Dnipro train station in central Ukraine, killing 15 CNN
- Russian drone attack on Ukrainian train station kills at least 14, officials say BBC
- Harassed by Russian drones, Ukraine's trains keep on rolling Reuters
Police in Scotland launch Andrew and Epstein royal castle investigation
Media reports say the inquiries are related to claims that women were trafficked to the king’s Balmoral estate.
Arsenal boss Arteta fires ‘Disneyland’ warning at Dowman after red card
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he blasted Max Dowman for red card in shock cup loss at Fleetwood.
You won’t be allowed to fly into the US without signing this – USA Today
- You won’t be allowed to fly into the US without signing this USA Today
- Deadly disease sparks new CDC rule for US-bound flyers as major airlines seek delay Fox News
- Airline groups urge US CDC to reconsider Ebola declaration requirements Reuters
- Ebola outbreak in DR Congo approaches 5,000 deaths as US issues new travel rule CIDRAP
- Why US Airlines Aren't Happy About New 21 Day Ebola Rules For Passengers Simple Flying
Jerusalem Daily: Israel’s siege on Hebron displaces thousands
Israel has announced its final election results, tightened its siege on Hebron, and arrested people returning to Gaza.
Mass protests sweep Italy during nationwide strike – Reuters
- Mass protests sweep Italy during nationwide strike Reuters
- Mass demonstrations across Italy bring disparate protest movements together Le Monde.fr
- Major anti-government protests sweep across Italy CNN
- Protesters clash with police near Colosseum amid Italy-wide strike Euronews.com
- Students and workers rally across Italy for more education funding and cost-of-living relief DW.com
China’s Xi hails new chapter with Germany, urges friendly policy towards Beijing – Reuters
- China's Xi hails new chapter with Germany, urges friendly policy towards Beijing Reuters
- Xi Urges Germany to Maintain ‘Pragmatic’ Policy Toward China Bloomberg.com
- Xi tells German president China and EU must ‘stay anchored to their partnership’ South China Morning Post
- China Germany Messenger-Inquirer
- CHINA-BEIJING-PENG LIYUAN-WIFE OF GERMAN PRESIDENT-CHAT OVER TEA (CN) Big News Network.com
‘Need a Plan B’: Yemenis in Aden prepare for another war as missiles fall – Al Jazeera
- ‘Need a Plan B’: Yemenis in Aden prepare for another war as missiles fall Al Jazeera
- Yemen government forces say Houthis attack Aden airport and presidential palace The Times of Israel
- Houthis strike Yemen's Aden airport after evacuation warning Reuters
- Two blasts reported in Yemen’s southern city of Aden Latest news from Azerbaijan
- Daily World Briefing, Oct. 31 Xinhua
Difficult negotiations lie ahead in Israel after Netanyahu’s bloc lost its parliamentary majority – PBS
- Difficult negotiations lie ahead in Israel after Netanyahu's bloc lost its parliamentary majority PBS
- Israel’s election results are in. Here’s what could happen next AP News
- Democrats weigh Israel election results amid lingering uncertainty The Hill
- Netanyahu, at risk of losing power, steps up attacks on Israel's Arab parties Reuters
- Israel’s Latest Last Chance to Save Itself The Atlantic